As we head into our next Legislative Session, the Greater Phoenix Chamber is proud to spotlight its Public Affairs Issue Committees, a unique initiative designed to give businesses of all sizes, particularly those with smaller budgets, a powerful voice in our state legislative system. These committees provide an unparalleled opportunity for businesses to engage directly with … [More]
VIG to Open First-Ever East Valley Location in Mesa
Genuine Concepts, the Phoenix-founded restaurant group, is excited to announce the opening of an all-new, neighborhood-centric location of The VIG in late spring. Custom built inside (and unwinding right out onto the open-air courtyards) of the Village Square at Dana Park on the NW corner of Val Vista Drive and Baseline Road, The VIG Dana Park (1744 S Val Vista Drive, Suite … [More]
Lauded Italian Hotspot Announces First-Ever Expansion Outside of Texas with New Scottsdale Restaurant
Western Addition Restaurant Group, the hospitality powerhouse behind some of Texas’ most sought-after restaurants, is making the first out-of-state expansion of cult-favorite il Bracco, an upscale Italian restaurant renowned for its buzzy atmosphere and loyal following, with the start of construction this week on a new Scottsdale location set to open in late 2025 and poised to … [More]
Vistancia Secures More Than 100 Acres in Land Transactions, Prepares for Future North Peoria Growth
Northpointe at Vistancia and the Village at Vistancia, communities in the 7,100-acre Vistancia master planned community in Peoria, have recently secured over 100 acres in land sales, continuing to poise the community for future growth. “Vistancia’s builder interest and home sales continue to demonstrate the attractability of our community,” said Mark Hammons, General Manager … [More]
Logisticus Group Commits to 483,300-SF Full-Building Lease in 210-Acre Logistics Park
Lincoln Property Company has completed its first lease at the award-winning Park303 logistics park, signing third party logistics leader Logisticus Group to a 483,300-square-foot commitment that fully leases one of the project’s three state-of-the-art buildings. A privately owned company specializing in transportation, logistics, civil engineering, project management and … [More]
Governor Releases FY2026 Executive Budget Proposal
Proposal seeks to restore The Arizona Promise and delivers critical funding to strengthen opportunity, security, and freedom Governor Hobbs released her FY2026 Executive Budget, which invests in critical efforts to support working families and help Arizonans thrive. “To realize the Arizona Promise, we must deliver opportunity, security, and freedom for Arizonans,” said … [More]
FedTech Launches CleanTech Accelerator to Drive Innovation in Clean Energy
FedTech has announced the Four Corners CleanTech Cluster, a program designed to empower small businesses and entrepreneurs across Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah to advance clean energy innovation. The Four Corners CleanTech Cluster is funded in part through a Contract with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Part of the SBA's nationwide Regional Innovation Clusters … [More]
ASU Ranks No. 2 for Online Business Programs by US News
The W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University achieved top national recognition in the latest U.S. News & World Report online program rankings. The undergraduate business programs climbed to No. 2 in the country, surpassing Pennsylvania State University–World Campus, Indiana University Online, and the University of Arizona. The non-MBA graduate business … [More]
Phoenix Children’s Museum to Transform into Educational Wonderland for Annual School Fair
The Children's Museum of Phoenix will offer even more to explore as Choose a School hosts its Phoenix School Fair on Saturday, January 25, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Families are invited to explore Arizona's rich array of educational opportunities while enjoying the museum's renowned interactive exhibits and special entertainment. This free community event will … [More]
Arizona Businesses Received $913 Million in SBA Funding in 2024
Small businesses are the backbone of Arizona’s economy, and a new study from LendingTree highlights just how crucial Small Business Administration (SBA) loans are to their success. Arizona’s businesses are leading the pack when it comes to SBA loans. In fiscal year 2024, 1,533 businesses in the Grand Canyon State secured $913 million in SBA loans, averaging $595,553 per loan … [More]
